Friday, November 6, 2026
With Veterans Day approaching, the Town of Oyster Bay – in partnership with Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6394 in Syosset – calls upon residents to support local veterans by donating to a town collection drive. Throughout the month of November, residents are invited to donate toiletries that will be distributed through the not-for-profit organization Help for Homeless Long Island Veterans.
“From hosting veteran appreciation events to recognizing their service with Hometown Heroes Banners in our parks, the Town of Oyster Bay is committed to honoring veterans for their service to our nation,” Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino wrote in a statement. “Please join this mission to help bring the comforts of home to veterans by making a donation to our collection drive.”
Most needed items include toiletries: toothbrushes, toothpaste, floss, mouthwash, Chapstick, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, deodorant, lotion, cream, razors, shaving cream, combs, brushes, sunscreen, Q-tips, tweezers and nail clippers.
“When I learned that Help for Homeless Long Island Veterans had a ‘Wish List’ of items their veterans desperately need, I knew residents would generously spring into action to help ensure these needs are met,” wrote Town Clerk Rich LaMarca in the same statement. “I thank the residents of our wonderful town in advance for their generosity and support of our veterans.”
Collection bins will be available on weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. at Town Hall North (54 Audrey Ave, Oyster Bay) and Town Hall South (977 Hicksville Road, Massapequa).
For more information, call (516) 624-6380 or email ealter@oysterbay-ny.gov.
